Ignition Timing: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: After warming-up, engine becomes very hot. Be careful not to burn yourself at measurement.

Before checking the ignition timing, check the following item:
1. Check the air cleaner element is free from clogging, spark plugs are in good condition, and hoses are connected properly.
2. Check the malfunction indicator light does not illuminate.
Warm up the engine.
Read the ignition timing using Subaru Select Monitor. < Refer to READ CURRENT DATA FOR ENGINE (NORMAL MODE) , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor. >
NOTE: If ignition timing is out of standard, check the ignition control system. Refer to "Engine Control System". < Refer to BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE . >

Ignition timing [BTDC/rpm]:

Standard

16°±10°/675 (AT model)

16°±10°/650 (MT model)